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An announcement from IG Group Holdings ( (GB:IGG) ) is now available.
IG Group Holdings has continued its share buyback programme, repurchasing 127,911 ordinary shares on 25 February 2026 from Morgan Stanley & Co. International at a volume-weighted average price of 1,310.67 pence. The company intends to hold these shares in treasury, bringing its treasury holdings to 26,400,538 shares and leaving 335,157,330 shares in issue.
Since the start of the current programme in September 2025, IG Group has acquired 13,298,301 shares at a total cost of about £159.8 million, excluding fees and taxes. The sustained buyback activity signals ongoing capital-return efforts and may support earnings per share and capital structure optimisation, with potential implications for shareholder value and market perception of the stock.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IGG) stock is a Buy with a £1483.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on IG Group Holdings stock, see the GB:IGG Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:IGG Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:IGG is a Outperform.
IG Group Holdings exhibits strong technical indicators and an attractive valuation, which are the most significant factors driving the score. The company’s solid financial performance, despite some challenges in revenue and cash flow growth, supports its stability. The ongoing share buyback program further enhances shareholder value, reflecting positively on the company’s strategic management.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:IGG stock, click here.
More about IG Group Holdings
IG Group Holdings is a London-listed provider of online trading and investment services, best known for its contracts for difference and spread betting offerings. The company focuses on retail and professional clients seeking leveraged exposure to global financial markets across asset classes including equities, indices, forex and commodities.
Average Trading Volume: 953,770
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £4.38B
For detailed information about IGG stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.